Iain Douglas-Hamilton, one of the world’s most influential wildlife conservationists and a pioneer of modern elephant research, has died at the age of 83. He passed away Monday at his home in Nairobi, his family confirmed.
A zoologist and conservation leader, Douglas-Hamilton transformed global understanding of elephants by demonstrating that they are intelligent, emotional beings capable of forming deep social bonds, grieving their dead, and making complex decisions. His findings reshaped both scientific research and public attitudes toward elephant protection.....
